Butterfly Staffing is partnering with a well-established, 3PL provider to find a forward-thinking and operations-focused Vice President of Warehousing & Distribution. This is a critical leadership opportunity for a seasoned logistics professional to modernize, scale, and manage end-to-end distribution operations across a multi-site warehousing network.
The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience leading large operational teams, developing key performance indicators, and driving continuous improvement across warehousing and supply chain functions.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic & Operational Leadership
- Define and implement warehouse strategy aligned with corporate growth goals.
- Drive process improvements across inventory, order fulfillment, shipping/receiving, and safety.
- Oversee warehouse, packing & crating, security, and facilities teams across multiple locations.
- Implement and manage operational metrics to track productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
- Lead the integration of technology and data analytics to enhance visibility and performance.
- Partner with senior leadership on business forecasting and company-wide initiatives.
Team Management & Development
- Lead and inspire a workforce of 250+ warehousing and distribution team members.
- Identify talent needs and support hiring, onboarding, and development initiatives.
- Foster a strong, safety-first culture aligned with OSHA and best practices.
- Mentor managers and supervisors across warehousing functions to drive accountability and results.
Customer & Business Expansion
- Strengthen existing customer relationships and uncover new growth opportunities.
- Collaborate across departments and with sister companies to provide integrated supply chain solutions.
- Lead development of service delivery models that align with evolving customer needs.
Data & Financial Oversight
- Manage department budgets and resource allocations to meet financial targets.
- Monitor and report on KPIs, including asset and labor productivity.
- Oversee pricing/costing models and ensure service profitability.
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in logistics, warehousing, or industrial operations.
- Proven success managing multi-site operations and large teams.
- Strong data analysis skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
- Experience with WMS and/or ERP systems.
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement frameworks.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field required; MBA preferred.
Traits That Will Set You Apart
- Visionary yet execution-oriented leader
- Skilled in team development and operational transformation
- Collaborative, hands-on, and metric-driven mindset
- Experience in customer-centric, high-volume logistics environments